Come and join us to learn, experience and understand how to empower yourself  Mentally, Spiritually, Emotionally & Physically through the natural modalities of therapeutic essential oils.

This wholistic, hands-on seminar will be held at the historic  Shooting Star Ranch which is home to a 100 year old stone and wood two story barn surrounded by 100+ year old live oak trees. Shooting Star Ranch is a charming retreat nestled in the heart of Liberty Hill, TX. The ranch offers a serene and picturesque setting for guests to unwind and reconnect with nature. With a focus on providing a peaceful escape.

This seminar contains 25 hours on the theory and practical applications of essential oils, as well as 25 hours of continuing education for healing professionals who choose to integrate essential oils into their practices. People love CARE classes because they learn how to change their lives for the better and are enabled to help others change their lives.

PARTICIPANTS COMPLETING THIS TRAINING WILL:

~ Understand the Fundamentals of Aromatherapy

~ Learn the Historical and Modern Uses of Healing Oils of Biblical Times

~ Understand the Science and Chemistry of Essential Oils

~ Learn and Experience basic Vitaflex Techniques

~ Learn and Experience YLEO’s Raindrop Technique (as done by Gary Young in Dallas, TX, 2000)

~ Learn and Experience Essential Oils applications in Emotional Release

CONTINUING  EDUCATION CREDIT

The Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education (CARE) is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. In addition, CARE is also recognized by the Natural Therapies Certification Board (NTCB), the Spiritual Healing Licensing Board (SHLB), and the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP).

GET CERTIFIED AS CRTS, LSH, BCRS OR CCI:
Learn how to become a Certified Raindrop Technique Specialist (CRTS), Licensed Spiritual Healer (LSH), Board Certified Raindrop Specialist (BCRS) or Certified CARE Instructor (CCI) and legally facilitate/teach Raindrop and Vitaflex.

ABOUT THESE CLASSES

RAINDROP TECHNIQUE
Raindrop originated in the 1980’s through the research of Dr. D. Gary Young.  Raindrop is a non-invasive tool integrating the art of aromatic science and gentle applications of therapeutic grade oils on the feet and back. The intention of Raindrop Technique is to stimulate every organ, muscle, and bone at a cellular level bringing the body into structural and electrical balance.

APPLIED VITAFLEX TECHNIQUE
Vitaflex is an ancient Tibetan Reflex Technique that was brought to the USA by Stanley Burroughs in the late 1920’s. Class participants will learn 13 basic Vitaflex technique as described in Healing for the Age of Enlightenment by Stanley Burroughs. This technique is one of the many ways essential oils can be applied to the body and is the primary technique used in the Raindrop Technique.

HISTORY OF ANOINTING WITH OILS & LAYING ON OF HANDS
Ancient Scripture is full of hundreds of references to “precious” oils: Aloes, Cassia, Frankincense, Galbanum, Hyssop, Balm, Spikenard, Cedarwood, Myrrh, and many more. They were considered: “the best products of the land,” “the work of a skilled apothecary,” “most holy” and “treasured gifts.” This class will help clarify the valuable roles of essential oils in ancient and modern day. Based on the book, Healing Oils of the Bible by Dr. David Stewart.

EMOTIONAL RELEASE
Class Participants will acquire an understanding of how essential oils may facilitate the clearing of negative emotional patterns through lecture, demonstration, and a “personal release” session
Research has shown that intense and long-term stress can cause a number of physical health problems.  A brief discussion of the theory, science and philosophy of emotions and how they affect us physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. We will explore some simple natural tools to assist in a deeper understanding of our emotions and the ‘how and why’ essential oils facilitate in natural tools to assist in a deeper understanding of our emotions and the ‘how and why’ essential oils facilitate in emotional releasing. During an Emotional Release session, essential oil blends are both applied and inhaled. These blends are formulated for their potential properties in:
~ Balancing energies in the body and opening the subconscious mind,
~ Promoting emotional release of negative stored memories
~ Re-programming the mind with positive beliefs.

CHEMISTRY OF ESSENTIAL OILS
This class will cover basic chemistry concepts and to ‘inspire one to see God’s hand in the creation of the molecules of essential oils’. A discussion of the analyses of more than 100 essential oils cross indexed by more than 40 tables containing more than 600 compounds. Structural and chemical formulas of some of the common compounds found in essential oils will be explored. A review of Chemistry Literature and History will be briefly discussed. Based on the book: The Chemistry of Essential Oils made Simple by Dr. David Stewart.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
💧Upon Completion of the History of Anointing With Oils Class, you will have sampled and experienced the most common 12+ Oils of Sacred Scriptures and be able to identify scripture of the Old and New Testaments containing information on essential oils as well as their Biblical and modern applications.

💧Upon Completion of the Applied Vitaflex Class, you will be able to perform 13 Vitaflex Procedures, understand the basis for Vitaflex, and what benefits may be expected from their applications.

💧Upon Completion of the Raindrop Technique Class, you will be able to perform the entire Raindrop protocol, understand its limits and precautions, and know its potential benefits. This class is part of the foundation for becoming a Certified Raindrop Technique Specialist.

💧Upon Completion of the CARE Chemistry Class, you will gain a scientific understanding of how the compounds of essential oils reach to cellular levels and how they can bring benefits to the various organs and tissues of the body.

💧Upon Completion of the Emotional Release Class, you will be able understand how physical maladies may correlate with repressed emotions, to use essential oils to locate where emotional issues may be stored in the body, and learn a protocol aimed at releasing them for yourself and others.

SEMINAR DAILY FORMAT:
Day 1 – Thursday, January 15, 2026
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. . . . . . History of Anointing Oils of the Bible (lecture)

Day 2 – Friday, January 16, 2026
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM. . . . . . . . . Registration
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM . . . . . . . . Intro to CARE (lecture)
10:00 AM– 1:00 PM . . . . . . . . . Essential Oil Chemistry I (lecture)
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM . . . . . . Lunch
2:30 PM – 5:30 PM . . . . . . . . . .Essential Oil Chemistry II (lecture)
5:30 pm. . . . . . . Adjourn for the evening

Day 3 – Saturday, January 17, 2026
8:30 am – 12:30 pm. . . . . . . . . . . .  . Applied VitaFlex (lecture & hands-on)
12:30pm – 1:30 pm. . . . . . . Lunch
1:30 pm – 5:30 pm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Raindrop Technique I(lecture, demo, hands-on)
5:30 pm. . . . . . . . Adjourn for the evening

Day 4 – Sunday, January 18, 2026
8:00 AM -12:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . . . . Raindrop II (hands-on)
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. . . . . . . . Lunch
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emotional Release (lecture, hands-on & demo)
6:15 pm  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Closing Comments/Questions & Answers/Evaluation forms
Adjourn Seminar

CREDIT HOURS & PRICES
Individual Course Credits & Ala Carte Prices
Applied Vitaflex . . . . . . . . . . .4 hours . . .. $160 U.S. dollars
Bible Oils . . . . . . . . . …… . . .2 hours . . . .$45
Raindrop I & II . . . . . . . . . . .8 hours . .. $365
Chemistry I & II. . . . . . . . . . . .6 hours … . $250
Emotional Release . . . . . . . . 5 hours . . . $195
Save $215 by registering for in the entire program (25 hours)$800* U.S.
**Individuals who have previously taken CARE classes may retake those classes at 1/2 price. (please indicate on form)**

PAYMENT
Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo (@Marie-Koepke )and Credit Cards Acceptable
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KRCBGW7XPQSPN
OR
💲3 month payment plan available with a $150 non refundable deposit💲

Refunds: Full refund less $50 for processing for cancellations no later than 30 days before the seminar.
No refunds if cancellation is 30 days or less before seminar.

REGISTRATION
Email Marie at astepinthyme4u@gmail.com to register.

CLASS SIZE
Registrations for Raindrop and Vitaflex are limited to 10 people to keep class sizes small for better hands-on attention and training so register early to assure a place. As for the History of Anointing, Chem I, Chem II, and Emotional Release classes, these are demonstration/lecture classes and there are no limitations on class size for these beyond the seating capacity of the room. They are all open to the public at ala carte prices with registrations taken at the door. However, preregistration is also recommended for these portions of the CARE Intensive.

PRE-REQUISITES
CARE Vitaflex is required before taking Raindrop.
There are no pre-requisites for the Bible Oils, Chemistry, or Emotional Release classes.

WHAT IS INCLUDED
Class notes, all class oils, and a Certificate acknowledging your participation in the course or courses taken are all included in seminar fees.

WHAT TO BRING
Bring a robe  or button down shirt to wear when receiving Raindrop , two (2) sheets, face cradle cover or pillowcase, two (2) bath towels, and one (1) hand towel.

REQUIREMENTS
Vitaflex and Raindrop classes are hands-on training. Participant’s nails must be trimmed very short and filed smooth. Do not wear fingernail polish.

REGISTRAR
Marie Koepke, RN, LCCI, NBCR
PO Box 393, Fraser, CO 80442
970-531-3528
astepinthyme4u@gmail.com
www.astepinthyme4u.com

LOCATION
Shooting Star Ranch
1704 County Road 285
Liberty Hill, TX 78642

CLOSEST ACCOMODATIONS
7 miles away
~Holiday Inn Express & Suites Leander
247 West Metro Drive, Leander, TX 78641
+1-512-355-1215
11 miles away
~WoodSpring Suites Cedar Park
5210 183A Toll Road, Cedar Park, TX 78613

ABOUT THIS INSTRUCTOR
Marie Koepke, RN, NBCR, LCCI
Lives in the Colorado Rockies (where she does Raindrop with an Altitude) and is an active YL Brand Partner since 2002. Marie has had extensive training in Critical Care (Surgical & Open Heart) and Trauma nursing. She is a Nationally Board Certified Reflexologist (NBCR) who has advance training in hand/ear/foot/facial Reflexology. Now holds a Masters in Facial Neuro Reflexology Method from the International Reflexology School with Lone Sorensen. She is a Lifetime Certified CARE Instructor for over 20 years with advance training in Chemistry of essential oils and Emotional Releasing with essential oils with Dr. David Stewart. In May 2007, she received special training in Raindrop Technique with Dr. Gary Young in Ecuador. When she is not teaching she sees clients in her own practice in Fraser/Winter Park , CO. Integrative Reflexology & Aromatherapy – A Step in Thyme, LLC. She specializes in Facial/Foot/Hand Reflexology and couples her reflexology sessions with the Raindrop Technique! Visit her website: https://www.astepinthyme4u.com 

WHAT STUDENTS SAY ABOUT CARE PROGRAMS
“I have been exposed a lot educationally and experientially, but this CARE Seminar was one of the most comprehensive training programs I have ever come across. I hope this information can reach the masses as it is absolutely life transforming. The CARE Instructors are gifted and talented presenters.”
~Darlene S. Plyler RN, LMT, Pawleys Island, South Carolina

“At last it all makes sense! This program is the missing link between chemistry, spirituality, and healing. It brings science and spirituality together in the warmest way. If anyone has ever wondered how to make sense of the big picture, and where the oils fit in- Please do this training and help spread the word!”
~ Coral Waters, Coolum, Queensland, Australia

~”This is the best program of this kind I have attended. I greatly appreciate CARE’s commitment to quality & consistency, which provides a greater sense of professionalism. A warm & supportive atmosphere was always present as well. Thank you for your great work.”
Sandra Parkins, Avada, CO

“This is the greatest workshop I have ever been to. I was afraid about the chemistry class, but now I know I can learn science as well as anybody else.”
~ Lucie Leblanc, Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada

“Through this program one can learn the healing properties and therapeutic applications of essential oils. I found this to be a valuable asset in the oncology patient in restoring balance, relaxation, sense of well- being & enabling them to reduce stress & pain levels. Every nurse should experience this natural approach to health. The chemistry class was particularly interesting to me because of the scientific rationale. This was an excellent seminar, I would recommend this program to every nurse!”
~ Peggy Goodwin, RN, BSN, Oncology Ad. Clinician, Encinitas, CA